Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms that will redefine industries from healthcare to logistics. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical concepts into real-world solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype next-gen computing architectures
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Publish breakthrough research in peer-reviewed journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum circuit design experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction techniques
- Expertise in machine learning for quantum systems
- US citizenship or permanent residency required